So, after a weekend or so with the device, what do you guys think of its pocketability? I really want to get the Note, but I'm worried after putting a good protective case on it like the Seidio Active that it will not be very fun to put in my pocket. That would be a deal breaker for me. I just played with one at AT&T and it just kills my Aria.
I wear nothing but carhartt work pants and I have zero issues. This phone is the perfect size for me. I see no issues with a case unless you use a rubber one. It will stick to your pocket.
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I have a minimalist case and have no issues with pocketability. No problem with one-handed use, either, and I'm average height (5' 11") with equally average hands.
Can't say how it would fair with a bulk protective case, but I've never liked bulky protective cases. That's what insurance is for. Why spend $60 on a bulky case when you can get two years of insurance for $99 from Ensquared.
It fits in my hand well it fits in my pocket well. I'm a small person. The phone is great. Not too big actually
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I'm not using a case but I can say the phone is so thin I can barely feel it in my pocket.
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Fits just fine in my slim fit Levi's...a little big for one handed use but that doesn't bother me
I'm coming from a Dell Streak with an Otterbox Commuter case, no issues here
I have no case, but it feels fine in pocket. Im coming from Skyrocket. I love this phone.
Humans were made to adapt, this is no excuse. But in all seriousness, youll be surprised how quivckly youll get used to it. Heres hoping we can be note brohers!
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I had a Skyrocket also and the Note really hasn't been much different in my pocket or in general usage. I have even made a few calls to my ear and I never thought the phone was too big. I even use the Speck Candyshell case, which is fairly sizable. However, I can understand people with small hands having issues.
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gjllopez said:
Humans were made to adapt, this is no excuse. But in all seriousness, youll be surprised how quivckly youll get used to it. Heres hoping we can be note brohers!
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Seriously. . . My iphone already feels and looks like a joke. Every LCD screen i look at now seems like its from the stone age.
Reminds a bit of Stone Brewing Co's Ruination IPA. There's a blurb on the bottle about how it will ruin your palate for other beers. That's what this phone has done: ruined my palate for other phones.
I'm a small 5'5 guy that occasionally wear skinny jeans. My suit pants is also skinny.
ZERO problems whatsoever. I think a lot of people really exaggerate on how the big phone is assuming that it will not fit the pocket.
Yes it is BIG .. but it fits the pockets perfectly.
My only problem is using it with one hand.
Since picking my phone up at BB yesterday at noon, I haven't stopped playing with it long enough to see how pocketable it is.
I have an aluminum bumper on mine and it fits in my jeans, cargo pants, sweat pants, dress shirt pocket, basketball shorts pockets, and pretty much everything in my wardrobe. I'm an average size person, but i got big hands.
And i had an aria too. This is ten times better.
Thanks guys, or gals. Hand size isn't the issue. In fact that's why I want to get the Note, it will be perfect for my hands. I just didn't want to have issues with portability since it will be a phone for me. The tablet aspect is just a bonus.
6'2" - i forgot the phone was in my pocket... used to my evo with 3500mah battery being in there... this is lighter and thinner...
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This is more of a philosophical question and I'm interested in hearing everyone's opinions on this.
I've always rocked my gadgets without a case. I absolutely hated the thought of adding a stupid ugly case and covering up the sexy curves of my new phone...
But for some reason, I went ahead and ordered a ballistic case for my evo3d. I don't know why i felt like it was a good idea...is this the sign of adulthood? Could it be that I am just lamer than my younger care-free self? Why protect something I'll be replacing in a year or two at most. Tell me XDA, why do you embrace this modern day burqa for your gadget?
I never have used them either. This is my first phone I bought one for. I just bought a cheap 3$ eBay cover. It is great so far. I rooted this weekend hand had to pull the battery a few times. I still haven't put the case back on yet. I found I missed the thiness of the phone. I can't decide wether I am putting it back on yet
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It depends on your personal taste and how you handle your phone. If you like the textured back and you're careful with your phone, then I would suggest you don't use a case. However, if you are worried about dropping your phone and don't mind a little extra thickness, then you should use the case.
All in all, it comes down to your personal taste. Try it with a case for a while and without it for a while and see what fits your use best
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It depends on your personal taste and how you handle your phone. If you like the textured back and you're careful with your phone, then I would suggest you don't use a case. However, if you are worried about dropping your phone and don't mind a little extra thickness, then you should use the case.
All in all, it comes down to your personal taste. Try it with a case for a while and without it for a while and see what fits your use best
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Exactly what this guy said. I love the textured back and would hate any added thickness. (I've tried using bigger batteries on my OG Evo, hated them) I am also extremely careful with my phone and have insurance in case I accidentally drop and break it. That is why I never use a case.
If you don't care about aesthetics, feels, etc. and aren't too careful with your phone, you should definitely get a case.
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Exactly what this guy said. I love the textured back and would hate any added thickness. I am also extremely careful with my phone and have insurance in case I accidentally drop and break it. (I've tried using bigger batteries on my OG Evo, hated them) That is why I never use a case.
If you don't care about aesthetics, feels, etc. and aren't too careful with your phone, you should definitely get a case.
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Yea I would never get an extended battery. I find that it adds wayyyy too much extra thickness. I personally loved how the 3d felt (textured) in my hands but I don't have insurance and against my better judgement, I bought a case from seidio. It has a very nice soft feel but I miss the textured feel.
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Yea I would never get an extended battery. I find that it adds wayyyy too much extra thickness. I personally loved how the 3d felt (textured) in my hands but I don't have insurance and against my better judgement, I bought a case from seidio. It has a very nice soft feel but I miss the textured feel.
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Seeing from this, If I were you, I would ditch the case.
Hated cases in the past, wouldn't rock them very long or often, but copped a sweet "White Rubberized Hard Phone Cover for HTC EVO 3D Protector Case" off Amazon for under $2 dollars, and its grip and quality are great. It snaps together too, completely encasing the 3VO, and also adding that extra buffer to protect the camera lenses and glass (feels way better holding too w/out cams protruding.) Won't be sporting a naked phone again
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Seeing from this, If I were you, I would ditch the case.
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I would but I have a clip that I use come some shorts I have don't have pockets xD go figure...and I also don't want the camera lens to scratch. To me, the tradeoffs aren't unbearable so I'm happy with a case I slip it off from time to time just for kicks.
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Never leave the house without one. I like keeping my toys looking new for as long as possible so I protect them to the end. Found a nice hard rubber cover with a nice pattern on the back and it fits in my leather holster.
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Hey guys
I have ordered a Ballistic phone case for my Galaxy S II. At first I was like this case is gonna suck. I work as a bouncer in a night club on the weekends and needed something that was gonna work and they were all out of the otterbox at the store I went too.
All I have to say is the case is amazing. After dropping it a few times and getting roughed up at the club the phone has survived without a scratch. I would recommend this case if you wanna check something out if otterbox is out of stock.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/
Sorry if my message is a lil strange I am on some major meds from being sick.
great protection. looks hideous.
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great protection. looks hideous.
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+1
Only thing keeping me from buying one
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I have one and love it. Actually looks pretty nice on the phone
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they do look ugly. i bought the blue one and it doesnt look that bad. the bumpers on the side work amazingly well for something like it is.
I've got the blue... I stopped using it because it is way too bulky... And i don't wear skinny Jeans
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I got a red and black one for my work phone. Don't really care about ugly but wanted to protect it. One thing I've been looking for is a case with a lanyard attachment of some kind. I ended up using a hot needle to poke all the way through both the red and black and fished regular lanyard type nylon through, attached that to a small clip that is between the phone and black. Voila!
Sure I may look like a dork with this hanging from my neck but I haven't lost, dropped or forgot my phone yet since.
Got mine yesterday and I love it. I often don't remember to pull it out of my cargo pocket before putting on my bunker gear. While I'm not worried about it getting wet because of the gear, I thought the phone looked quite a bit flimsy. Now, I don't worry about it. The screen stays next to my hip, and the shell protects the phone from flex.
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I got a red and black one for my work phone. Don't really care about ugly but wanted to protect it. One thing I've been looking for is a case with a lanyard attachment of some kind. I ended up using a hot needle to poke all the way through both the red and black and fished regular lanyard type nylon through, attached that to a small clip that is between the phone and black. Voila!
Sure I may look like a dork with this hanging from my neck but I haven't lost, dropped or forgot my phone yet since.
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Care to post some pics please?
Got mine in Black. I Love this case! Great protection (as good as otterbox)
The thing I like the most is the feel it gives the phone in my hand. Without the case, the phone feels too small and fragile.
Looks intense. I'm sure that's just as effective as any otterbox lol.
Is it bulky like the otter cases? That my biggest issue but the protection is what really matters..
Post pics please
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Is it bulky like the otter cases? That my biggest issue but the protection is what really matters..
Post pics please
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It does look kinda big...
Had an otterbox on my captivate, the defender series, have the ballistic on my sg2. The protection is, if anything, better than the otterbox, but it is nearly as bulky.
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I have a red and black one it is a bit bulky but I work in a warehouse was very hard concrete floors and heavy machinery and I A lot safer having this case on I think in some ways it is better than the otterbox
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I had one of these (both models) for my infuse. It's actually a funny story. On my drive from San Diego to Montgomery we (my wife and I) stopped in Lubbock, TX. We (meaning she) decided new phones were necessary. I found 2 brand new in box infuses on craigslist and bought them (it was quite a feat to get to town late at night, find a hotel, get internet, get on craigslist, find 2 of the same phone, go buy them, go buy dinner, sleep for a couple hours, get back up, and drive to Alabama). Anyways, both were brand new and came with a ballistic case.
Yeah yeah, off topic but I had to tell somebody.
On topic, I like the ballistic case. It sure provides good protection. I'd like to try the trident aegis sometime though.
I just got one 2 weeks ago and it's a great fit, got the black/red.
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I received one of these cases when I purchased my Galaxy S II about three weeks ago, and thought I'd do a quick review.
The case is definitely bulkier than the phone. I've found that to be a good thing overall, as it makes it easier to grip and makes the whole thing feel more solid.
The rubber is definitely high-quality. I've dropped my phone a couple of times, and it's been as happy as a lark. No complaints there. The corners are rounded outward and act as bumpers.
In addition, I used the rubber as a spot to grip the phone with my teeth when my hands were full trying to unlock my door earlier.
The holes for the camera, headphones etc are plenty large.
The button covers for the power/lock and volume buttons extend out quite a bit, which makes them easy to find and use. I haven't had too much of a problem with accidentally bumping them, even in my pocket where I routinely turn on any flashlight I happen to be carrying.
I have the Ballistic case and the otterbox commuter case, I find the commuter case to be the better one, looks much better, feels better in the hand, and looks like it should provide enough protection for my phone
Best case out there for I777, although a bit to big lol it's great protection for our phones.
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Hey guys I came across these bad ass cases but now im having a hard decision on which one to buy. My concern is the flip ones because they ripp off easly as i have experienced this. So now im just nervous anyways please let me know what one appeals to you and why? Thanks. These are on the expensive side but if you think about it how many cheap cases you buy and only last you a short period of time it adds up. So for the price i need one that will take a while to kill itself XD
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Can't say for sure if I'd get any. Flip design are cool in looks, but fall short in practice. The flip front makes taking pictures a pain in the rear. The first case pictured just looks cheap and bulky. The third is appears to be a snap on. I like what appears to be a finger loop on the back to help prevent dropping it on your face when reading while laying down, but I’m just not a big fan of the snap ons as I have had them wear out. Had these come along a month or two ago, I would have a different opinion, but there are far too many other cases out or being released to consider cases with such drawl backs. These are, after all, merely my opinions and it boils down to what I look at may be irrelevant to you.
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Can't say for sure if I'd get any. Flip design are cool in looks, but fall short in practice. The flip front makes taking pictures a pain in the rear. The first case pictured just looks cheap and bulky. The third is appears to be a snap on. I like what appears to be a finger loop on the back to help prevent dropping it on your face when reading while laying down, but I’m just not a big fan of the snap ons as I have had them wear out. Had these come along a month or two ago, I would have a different opinion, but there are far too many other cases out or being released to consider cases with such drawl backs. These are, after all, merely my opinions and it boils down to what I look at may be irrelevant to you.
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This is actually a great opinion thanks!
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I have the yellow and blue Masstige. I like it but I'm getting rid of it because the yellow has discolored already, the material over the snap has started to open, and it takes away from the slim form factor of the phone. I like the all in one idea, but I prefer to feel how slim and light the phone is.
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I just got the Zenus capsule with the Spigen glas.t Fits like a glove. I almost got the portfolio styled case, but I decided against it because it limits answering calls, taking pics, blocks spkr, etc. I was using the the speck candy shell as an interim solution and I have to say IT SUCKS! I'm quite happy with the capsule/glas.t combination. Just my two cents.
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I finally talked a co-worker into buying a real phone, he went all out and got a Note 3. He ordered a blue Otterbox Defender and I cringed because I had read more than a few negative comments about it, never mind the fact that it was going to turn an already monstrous phone into something comical in girth and usability.
Well, I couldn't have been more wrong. I was downright shocked at how svelte the case was, and it is awesome in every way that counts. It looks good, it feels good, the buttons work perfectly, and it is some nice soft protection on the corners. I was dropping it onto a table onto a corner from about six inches up and it was just a very nice 'boing' when it hit (my co-worker did not share my enthusiasm for this part of the testing). Probably the most amazing thing of all is that it really feels good to use the screen. Yes, if you scrutinize you could see a faint rainbow effect under the wrong lights (like a lot of florescents), but it felt great. The screen cover on my iphone 4 otterbox was a joke, it ruined the feeling of the phone.
I don't even run with a case (I use Gelaskins, which are even more ridiculously slippery than my Note 2 already is), but if I jump ship to a Note 3 I would buy an Otterbox Defender in a heartbeat. I was downright amazed at how good it felt and looked.
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I finally talked a co-worker into buying a real phone. The screen cover on my iPhone 4...
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Wait, you're saying that you talked them into buying a real phone, AND then that you had/have an iPhone 4, IN THE SAME STORY!?!? Fortunately you mention having a Note 2 now! Was this co-worker the one who talked you into buying a real phone? Lol
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The screen cover on my iphone 4 otterbox was a joke, it ruined the feeling of the phone.
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So you expected a quality screen cover for a phone that was a joke?? Your statement confuses me
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FYI if people wanted a link to it. I'm content with the S-view and I have insurance on my phone so if I break it, $50 for a new one. It's cool.
http://www.amazon.com/OtterBox-Defe...8&qid=1389584061&sr=8-52&keywords=note+3+case
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FYI if people wanted a link to it. I'm content with the S-view and I have insurance on my phone so if I break it, $50 for a new one. It's cool.
http://www.amazon.com/OtterBox-Defe...8&qid=1389584061&sr=8-52&keywords=note+3+case
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50? What kind of sorcery is this? I have ro pay 175.
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Otter box and Svelte do not go together.
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50? What kind of sorcery is this? I have ro pay 175.
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I'm on Verizon and I pay $9.99/month with a $100 deductible that covers virtually everything...malfunction/defect, damage, loss, or theft. I've been a Verizon customer for 12+ years now. Never have had any real issues with them concerning insurance claims, etc. We've had to file a few different claims over all these years and haven't really had any problems out of the whole "process" thus far. I remain satisfied and content, even if Verizon IS one of the last carriers to push out official OTA updates. Oh well, there's more to choosing a carrier than just how fast they get OTA updates to their customers. Yea, it's probably nice to get em a lot quicker like some other carriers are able to do, but I'm usually not too concerned about all that, so I'm still a happy camper either way.
just buy one
i buy the middle price ,use very nice and look like original,save money
I have this case and the design is much slimmer than the my note 2 Otterbox defender case!
It's not thick at all so Otterbox and svelte actually goes together in this case (no pun intended).....:thumbup:
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I use an Otterbox commuter and it is surprisingly svelte compared to the amount of protection it affords. Otterbox really improved things a lot since the Note 2. The previous generation of cases were write awful.
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I love my Black Otterbox Case w/clip.....I always take the screen protector off and scratch off the glue it uses to hold in place. The phone is of course bigger with this case but not as big as the Note 2 case was.
Very happy with the purchase. It has probably saved my phone a couple of times due to dropping.
This case really protects it. Even without the thick screen protector.
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I use an Otterbox commuter and it is surprisingly svelte compared to the amount of protection it affords. Otterbox really improved things a lot since the Note 2. The previous generation of cases were write awful.
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Really? how so? I had a white commuter on my Note 2 and I thought it was a great case all around other then I was unhappy when the soft material started to bow outwards from the case and it looked kinda stupid but I now have a Note 3 and I didn't want the bulk of the commuter case like I had with my Note 2 and so i'm trying out Spigen cases instead.
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Really? how so? I had a white commuter on my Note 2 and I thought it was a great case all around other then I was unhappy when the soft material started to bow outwards from the case and it looked kinda stupid but I now have a Note 3 and I didn't want the bulk of the commuter case like I had with my Note 2 and so i'm trying out Spigen cases instead.
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I didn't like the ribs on the back. Wasn't to my taste at all.
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I didn't like the ribs on the back. Wasn't to my taste at all.
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Ribs on Note 2 case or Note 3?
Edit: Oh yeah, those. Never bothered me personally. I was just wanting something slicker then the bulky commuter but these spigen cases feel so flimsy and non protective compared to the otterbox's now. I think i've spent well over $100 at Amazon trying out cases this week, thank God for free amazon prime trial for included 2 day shipping.
Got this case off of EBay delivered for $32. It's called a PEPKOO ULTIMATE. I think Love Me and possibly another company makes some almost identical. They are aluminum with Gorilla glass screen protector, screws together instead of snaps like an Otterbox and doesn't get all the dirt and trash around the sides of the screen. I've been using mine for a month now and thought I would share my review of it. It's tough, cool looking and I have no complaints. Don't forget it was $32.
uhm, good!
From the reviews I have seen, the S-Pen is Damn near impossible to take out, and the sound is horribly muffled.
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From the reviews I have seen, the S-Pen is Damn near impossible to take out, and the sound is horribly muffled.
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You could have gotten it cheaper too on Ebay. It's the same case as the Love MEI series. Those are $23 on ebay.
Also your cell reception just took a dive by half because of the aluminum. I only use mine when I go snowboarding. The extra weight adds to my balance, lol.
I saw after I ordered it about the s-pen complaints and I don't have any trouble. I'm always somewhere the signal is great so that hadn't been an issue. I would have loved the even cheaper priced one but compared to an otterbox, This case is king. I've had an otterbox for every phone I've had in the last 6 years, starting with a blackberry and had to constantly take it apart and clean dirt and dust out of it. I never have to do that with this one. I stand firm and recommend this case or an identical copy over otterbox any day. If I paid $ 40 I would still be satisfied.
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I saw after I ordered it about the s-pen complaints and I don't have any trouble. I'm always somewhere the signal is great so that hadn't been an issue. I would have loved the even cheaper priced one but compared to an otterbox, This case is king. I've had an otterbox for every phone I've had in the last 6 years, starting with a blackberry and had to constantly take it apart and clean dirt and dust out of it. I never have to do that with this one. I stand firm and recommend this case or an identical copy over otterbox any day. If I paid $ 40 I would still be satisfied.
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Yeah I definitely recommend it to anyone who can put up with those things. I like the comments I get when I whip it out(no pun intended). People always ask in amazement if it's a phone and what phone it is. Then again I have the original model so it's even bigger than the new slimmer ones which I might get soon.
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I just have a question, where exactly did you see this for so cheap? The only link I can find on Amazon is for $69:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00HFMUVG4/ref=dp_olp_new_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=new
I got it off of eBay. I work in the oilfields of West Texas and we have some rough weather, especially dust storms. With the otterbox I was having to take it apart every couple of days to clean the dirt and dust that would make its way inside it. Then the abrasive dust rubbing against the plastic screen protector would have it scratched up in a mater of a month or so. I haven't had to take this case apart yet to clean it and that dust isn't going to hurt the Gorilla glass. I put a couple screen shots of the add on eBay so you could see the seller and the product.
It's awesome
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Got this case off of Amazon delivered for $32. It's called a PEPKOO ULTIMATE. I think Love Me and possibly another company makes some almost identical. They are aluminum with Gorilla glass screen protector, screws together instead of snaps like an Otterbox and doesn't get all the dirt and trash around the sides of the screen. I've been using mine for a month now and thought I would share my review of it. It's tough, cool looking and I have no complaints. Don't forget it was $32.
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Nice yeah like It .
I'm sure it's a great case if your going to throw it down a mountain, but in my opinion it's way too bulky.
Bulk
If bulk is an issue, then I would suggest an Iphone, I think they still small enough to fit in a matchbox. But all jokes aside, it still easily fits in my back pocket and as I stated before, I need my phone protected from the elements. I never said this case would suit everyone but if you wanted a case that was built for hard core protection, I recommend this one. I have now had it for two months and I hope I can always get one to fit future phones.
How heavy is this? Do you have issues with sound? Have you waterproof tesed the case and how did it do?
Same here,
If a case makes my devices useless, well then it's useless. I can see the draw to a waterproof solution as I hit the lake often during the summer months and don't do much out there other than check things on the screen from time to time. But for that there are cheaper solutions, none of which I trust completely anyhow.
Lets hope that they up the IP rating on the note 4.
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How heavy is this? Do you have issues with sound? Have you waterproof tesed the case and how did it do?
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LoL this in is not the waterproof version. Its the water resistant version. Love Mei adds some water proofing in there. There is a difference this one, Lunatak's and Love Mei's. I think they all have the same base manufacture. My Dad has the Lunatak's case for the iphone, his signal doesnt take a hit, also it makes the phone feel like a brick. AND I really mean a brick.
You guys want real waterproof head over to the red pepper note 3 thread.
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I had purchased a similar metal case for my Note 3 from Love Mei. It looks cool but I dont like it.
1. I made my phone to look big, almost the size of Tab 7.0.
2. Its non ergonomic for long time use, you'll not be comfortable holding it while text messaging.
3. Not to forget that it adds weight extreme weight to your phone. Trust me, you can't answer calls for more than 20 minutes due to its weight.
4. Since its a water proof version, the sound ports and receiver speakers are covered with thin membrane of some material (sort of rubber or plastic). Thats make the sound to be scatered and unclear
5. The glass protector will have the rainbow effect on screen when it touches the phone screen.
These points are based from my experience. I sold my case to another guy.
Currently Im with Trident Kraken AMS, and I love it to the max. It saved my phone without single scratches falling from the height arnd 6 feet.